Maintenance Mechanic - Lead

HP Hood•Suffield, CT

1d•$37 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

Are you a self-driven person looking to advance your career as a high-impact player on a team? If so, we have an exciting challenge for you and your future! Our culture is built on value commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration that fosters a strong employee engagement, teamwork, safety and wellness. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, wellness programs, employee discounts, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, ongoing development, advancement opportunities and more. Founded in 1846, today HP Hood is one of the largest and most trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States. Our portfolio of national and super-regional brands and licensed products includes Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, Planet Oat and more. Job Summary: Work closely with Manager. Identify Manager’s goals and develop them into his. Assist in training programs. Make out schedules. Post jobs (work assignments daily). Develop procedures to be proactive instead of reactive. Develop ER/Maintenance into one group through extensive training. Cover meetings when Manager can’t attend.

Requirements

Trade School Diploma or equivalent experience.
A minimum 5 years’ experience in a relevant manufacturing maintenance position.
Possess high level mechanical aptitude and ability in hydraulics, pneumatics, plumbing, electrical, mechanical and general manufacturing maintenance
Demonstrated high level of mechanical aptitude and ability in industrial maintenance activities such as hydraulics, pneumatics, plumbing, electrical, mechanical and general manufacturing maintenance
Basic math and reading skills
Ability to work independently or in a group/team atmosphere
Good organizational and time management skills.
Prevalent certificates toward trade (electrical, welding, plumbing, HVAC).
Must have experience in electrical, mechanical, plumbing, hydraulics, welding, pneumatics.
Must have knowledge or equal training in all our programs HP Hood LLC has to offer.
Hazmat
Electrical Safety
LO/TO
Confined Space
Arc Flash Protection
Fire Extinguisher
Blood Borne’s
1st Aid & CPR
Asbestos

Nice To Haves

Sanitary welding a plus

Responsibilities

properly troubleshoot and repair all equipment associated with in the production facility in a timely manner with little to no supervision
Perform preventative maintenance on all equipment and provide recommendations as needed
Perform general maintenance duties as it relates to plant equipment and building
Properly perform mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, welding, and plumbing duties as required
Be able to troubleshoot and repair automation equipment as needed.
Be able to open, close and navigate work orders in CMMS.
Perform repairs that eliminate the root cause
Rebuild/replace equipment as needed, including but not limited to pumps, gear boxes, bearings, bushings, chains, bundler headers, conveyors, etc.
Complete assigned work orders by their required due dates
Complete assigned housekeeping duties as required
Communicate to Maintenance Supervisor or Maintenance Manager of any condition that prevents the manufacture of product to established standards
Work in a safe manner, in compliance with Company, State and Federal GMP’s, SOP’s and company Policy and Procedures
Ability to work overtime, including weekends, holidays, and emergencies, as needed
Possess own tools necessary to perform the requirements of the position
Work effectively as part of a team and display a positive attitude
Communicate with other departments in the facility to learn what issues were being experienced through the day and coordinate a schedule around the production to be to perform and delegate assigned maintenance duties.
Obtain Hazmat Technician certification and work as a member of the local Hazmat Team
Ability to mentor and train mechanics.
Complete inspections.
Be involved in safety committee
Proactive responses for general repairs
Be responsible for Production floor, Engine Room and Waste Treatment Facility
Assist with monitoring PM schedules
Other duties as assigned